Seattle Reign FC Forward Tziarra King Nominated for NWSL Goal of the Week
Across the league, 27 goals were scored in week 5 of regular season play, including a goal by Reign FC forward Tziarra King. King’s stunning strike in the 79th minute stood out from the crowd, earning an NWSL Goal of the Week nomination.
Nominated alongside Washington Spirit forward Croix Bethune, Chicago Red Stars forward Mal Swanson and Angel City FC forward Claire Emslie, King’s goal was the Reign’s lone goal of the weekend. The 25-year-old came onto the field as a substitute for the Reign in the 77th minute and made an immediate impact in the match, scoring just two minutes later.
The strike itself was show-stopping. Seattle midfielder Jess Fishlock set her up, playing a pass directly to King’s feet. The forward took one touch to set up her shot before firing the ball toward goal with accuracy and power, ultimately beating Alyssa Naeher in goal as the ball found its home in the upper right corner of the net.